Lemon Shrimp and Linguine
Author: Valerie@Snap-Peas
Lemon Shrimp and Linguine Author: Valerie@Snap-Peas Lemon Shrimp and Linguine - my version
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup lemon olive oil olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1lb linguine
  • ¼ onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1T fresh lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup white wine
  • 3 cups baby  spinach (leaves torn)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1T fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the shallots and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until cooked through.
  5. Add the cooked pasta, lemon juice, spinach, and thyme and toss to combine.
  6. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon oil.
  7. Add ⅔C of the reserved cooking liquid and ⅓ C of wine to create a sauce for the pasta.
  8. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  9. Garnish with thyme and chives.
  10. Serve.
Recipe by snap-peas at https://www.snap-peas.com/2012/09/20/lemon-shrimp-and-linguine/